Reconditioning Technician

Thomas Automotive

Full Time Reconditioning Technician Job Description

Position Information:

The Reconditioning Technician ensures customers' needs are met in a friendly, timely, and professional manner. S/he will accomplish these objectives through preparing vehicles for service as well as reconditioning interior and exterior in line with customer and dealership expectations.

Areas of Emphasis:Exemplify the Thomas Automotive Core Values: Positive, Trustworthy, Motivation, Compassion, and DedicationUnderstand the Thomas Core Focus of "Bringing Integrity to the Automotive Industry" and "Building Trust and Confidence through Exceptional Service"Learn, Understand, and incorporate the Thomas philosophy of doing business into all daily activities related to customer and coworker relationship managementBe a great team member.Successfully Maintain the following accountabilitiesUnderstand and maintain an appropriate Days to Lot ratioComplete daily work assignments timely and accuratelyComplete a Utilization Report dailyDuties and Responsibilities:

Greet every customer, every dayMaintain high ethical standards when dealing with customers, co-workers and vendorsPut safety first. Adhere to all Safety Policies, Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment standardsPrepare vehicles for service as well as reconditioning interior and exterior in line with customer and dealership expectationsWash vehicle exterior, using cleaning solution, water, cloths, and brushesApply wax to auto body, and wipe or buff surface to protect and preserve shine, using cloth or buffing machineVacuum interior of vehicles to remove loose dirt and debrisClean upholstery, rugs, and other surfaces, using cleaning agents, applicators, and cleaning devicesApply revitalizers and preservation agents to vinyl or leather surfaces and treat fabrics with spot and stain-resistant chemicals to preserve and protect interior componentsClean engine and engine compartment with steam-cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents to remove grease and grimeApply special-purpose cleaners to remove foreign materials which normal cleaning procedures do not remove, utilizing experience and judgment and following recommendations of the product's manufacturerPaint engine components and related parts, using spray gun or aerosol can and masking materialsApply paint to chipped body surfaces of vehicles, using touch-up paintApply dyes and reconditioning chemicals to vinyl tops of vehicles to restore color and conditionInstallation of accessories to support sales departmentSupports product manager in maintaining a neat, organized and clean display lotMaintain a safe and clean workspace, as well as ensuring the entire facility is orderly, clean and free of hazards

Requirements

Qualifications:

Knowledge of automotive repair and maintenance. Valid driver's license and a good driving record. Manual dexterity. Good judgment. Ability to use hand and power tools and other machinery safely.

Working Conditions:

This is a physically demanding position. Will stand six to eight hours per shift. Will lift parts weighing up to 70 pounds. S/he will bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and feel. Will use hand and power tools. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, paint, cleaning solutions, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.

Note:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the dealership reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, work load, rush jobs, or technological developments).

Thomas Automotive Family is an Equal Opportunity Employer